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    Ouzo-spiked Chocolate Orange Cake 

    Published: Jan 24, 2020 · Modified: Jan 2, 2022 by Voula with 2 Comments

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    This ouzo chocolate orange cake is made with a delicious chocolate ganache with a hint of ouzo which gives it a very subtle, yet distinctive flavor. You will definitely impress your guests with this unique ouzo cake!

    ouzo-spiked chocolate orange cake


    I have a confession to make. 

    I do not like ouzo! 

    If you’re not Greek, you’re probably saying “What?!? You’re Greek!” 

    And if you’re Greek, you’re probably saying “What?!? How can you possibly not enjoy a shot of ouzo with a ‘meze’ by a beautiful beachside tavern overlooking the Aegean?”

    I know, I know… weird!

    I just never liked ouzo. I’m pretty sure I’m the only one in my family that doesn’t like it!  

    Having said that, though, I do like ouzo in some desserts. For example, it’s wonderful in Kourabiedes!

    If you’re not familiar with Ouzo, it has a unique flavor which I find pairs well with chocolate! It’s not intense, but it offers a very delicate aroma and taste. Together with the orange cake, it’s phenomenal! 

    This ouzo cake is remarkably moist, but not too sweet or rich.

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    Why you’ll love this Ouzo-spiked Chocolate Orange Cake:

    This cake is really easy to make with simple ingredients. It would also make a beautiful gift! 

    You could also top the chocolate ganache with some extra orange zest or even chopped nuts! 

    Orange + Chocolate + Ouzo = A DELICIOUS COMBINATION!

    ouzo-spiked chocolate orange cake

    I really hope you enjoy this cake!

    ~Voula

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    Let me know how this Ouzo-spiked Chocolate Orange Cake turned out for you in the comments below! I’d love to hear from you!

    Recipe

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    OUZO-SPIKED CHOCOLATE ORANGE CAKE

    Course Dessert
    Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

    Ingredients

    • 2 ½  cups (320 g / 11.2 oz) all purpose flour
    • 3 teaspoons baking powder
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ½ cup (4 oz / 113 g) butter at room temperature
    • 1 cup (200g) sugar
    • 1 ½ tablespoons orange zest
    • Juice from 1 orange (about ¼ cup / 60 ml / 2 fl oz)
    • 3 eggs
    • ½ cup buttermilk (or regular milk plus 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice)

    Ouzo Chocolate Ganache

    • 100 gr (3.5 oz) good quality bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
    • 100 ml (3.5 fl oz) heavy cream
    • ½ tablespoon Ouzo 

    Optional Toppings

    • finely grated orange zest or chopped walnuts

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 175 °C / 350 °F
    • Grease and flour a (fluted) tube pan or Bundt pan. Set aside.

    Make the cake

    • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
    • In another bowl, beat the butter with a hand mixer until creamy (about 1-2 minutes).
    • Add the orange zest and sugar and beat until fluffy (about 3 minutes), scraping the bowl frequently.
    • Add the eggs, one at a time, beating on medium speed for about a minute after each addition.
    • Add the flour mixture, the orange juice, and buttermilk alternately to the butter mixture, beating on high speed until thoroughly combined.
    • Pour into prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean. When it’s done, remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes.
    • Then invert the cake on a wire rack or a large serving plate and allow it to cool completely before adding the Ouzo Chocolate Ganache.

    Make the Ouzo Chocolate Ganache

    • Heat the cream until very hot, but not boiling.
    • Pour the cream over the finely chopped chocolate and set aside for about 2 minutes. Stir the chocolate mixture until the chocolate has melted, and then stir in the ouzo.
    • Pour/Spoon the Ouzo Chocolate Ganache on the cooled cake. If you want, decorate with extra orange zest or chopped walnuts.
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    If you don’t have buttermilk, just add a tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to milk. Stir and let it sit for a few minutes.
     
    Baking Measurements: I have used weight measurements for all the recipes on this website. Even though I have also included American volume measurements for convenience, I highly recommend using a digital kitchen scale to weigh all ingredients for the most accurate measurements. Digital kitchen scales are more precise than cups, which is so important in baking, and they give the most accurate, consistent results. Happy baking!
    © Pastry Wishes

     

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    1. Sissy Lazaropoulou

      April 26, 2020 at 5:07 pm

      5 stars
      No,no you are not alone my friend.I can't stand ouzo either,although I appreciate the aroma in desserts too. Looks like a great combination of flavours and aromas?

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      • Voula

        April 27, 2020 at 6:46 am

        I was really surprised how well ouzo and chocolate go together! Ouzo just gives the chocolate that extra something!

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